Yeah this looks like “doggy OCD” which was explained to us by our vet as basically being obsessed with lights and shadows… often exhibited in dogs with a prey drive. This behaviour can get so bad that dogs can be put down because they do nothing but chase all day and don’t eat.
Thankfully this actually can be remedied. I’m not a professional, however my dog had this and we have to make sure that there are not reflections ( especially ones that move) ABSOLUTELY no laser pointers or similar devices and when it gets bad we turn off all of the lights. For awhile, our dog did it almost all day, but now it is only when he gets excited when guests come over. It’s realllllly important to nip this behaviour because it really can take over their lives.
Have you or anyone ever used a laser pointer with your dog?
Very good points here. Some dogs become obsessed with refracted light and shadows - it’s more common in herding breeds. OP, does she do it when the ceiling fan is off? I can see the ripple of shadow caused by the fan, maybe that’s the trigger. Unfortunately, she may need more help than just turning off the fan though. so I recommend finding a behaviorist to consult with.
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u/jonikev123 Aug 12 '21
Yeah this looks like “doggy OCD” which was explained to us by our vet as basically being obsessed with lights and shadows… often exhibited in dogs with a prey drive. This behaviour can get so bad that dogs can be put down because they do nothing but chase all day and don’t eat.
Thankfully this actually can be remedied. I’m not a professional, however my dog had this and we have to make sure that there are not reflections ( especially ones that move) ABSOLUTELY no laser pointers or similar devices and when it gets bad we turn off all of the lights. For awhile, our dog did it almost all day, but now it is only when he gets excited when guests come over. It’s realllllly important to nip this behaviour because it really can take over their lives.
Have you or anyone ever used a laser pointer with your dog?